Rising to fame in late 2002, Cole was selected to become a member of girl group Girls Aloud on ITV's reality television programme Popstars The Rivals. Cole's first solo performance was on American rapper will.i.am's Heartbreaker in 2008. She was picked to appear as a dancer in the video after taking streetdancing classes during the filming of the ITV2 series The Passions of Girls Aloud, in which the members of the band achieve something they had always wanted to do, other than sing. She was later asked, by will.i.am, to sing additional vocals on the track.
In April 2009, Cole started working on solo material. Her debut album, 3 Words, was released in the UK on 26 October 2009. Cole was reunited with will.i.am for the album, in addition to collaborating with Fraser T. Smith, Syience, Danish production team Soulshock & Karlin, singer-songwriter Taio Cruz, Wayne Wilkins, and Steve Kipner. Recorded in Los Angeles and London, Cole mainly collaborated with will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas, the executive producer of 3 Words. It crosses from contemporary R&B, dance pop, house and a more general pop sound.
3 Words spent two weeks at number one. On 6 November 2009, BPI certified the album Platinum, denoting shipments of over 300,000 units. It later tripled this feat. The first single from the album, Fight for This Love, was written by Andre Merritt, Steve Kipner and Wayne Wilkins, and produced by Steve Kipner and Wayne Wilkins. According to Cole, it was released as the lead single because she "connected with the song so well". Following a performance on The X Factor live results show, Fight for This Love became the fourth best-selling single of 2009 in the UK. It charted at number one on both the Irish and UK Singles Chart. In 2010, Fight For This Love went to number one in Denmark, Norway and Hungary. The single was later certified platinum in the UK. Cole's second single 3 Words, which features will.i.am, went to number 4 in the UK and seven in Ireland. In 2010, the single was released in Australia and charted at number 5 and was certified platinum. The third single, Parachute, charted in the top five in both the UK and Ireland. The single was certified silver in the UK. From May to July 2010, Cole was the opening act for The Black Eyed Peas at the British shows (as well as some European dates) of The E.N.D. World Tour. Chris Johnson of the Daily Mail wrote, "she was supposed to be the support act. But as it turned out, Cheryl Cole ended up being the main event".
In March 2010, Cole stated that she had begun working on a follow up album to 3 Words, which she hoped to release "later on in the year". Cole's second solo album, titled Messy Little Raindrops, was released on 1 November 2010. The album's first single, Promise This, was released on 24 October 2010 and became her second number-one hit in the UK. The album was largely produced by Wayne Wilkins, but Cole also reunited with will.i.am, with collaboration from J. R. Rotem, Starsmith, Al Shux, and Free School for the first time. The album also features guest vocals from August Rigo, Dizzee Rascal, Travie McCoy, and will.i.am. The album's lead single, Promise This, went straight to number 1 in the UK, selling 157,000 in its first week. A week later, Messy Little Raindrops was released, charting at number 1 in the UK, 2 in Ireland and 7 in Europe.
Only human
Cheryl Lyrics
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It just gets dark, it just gets hard to see
Well you told me go for broke
You go first, I'll hold the rope
And make your way down to solid ground with me
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
When your words stuck in your throat
Find a love through a telescope
Yeah the view below
It gives me vertigo
So just keep your fingers crossed
Sign your love, can't sing your lost
Until you love so loud, if you listen you,
You hear it shout
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
It's only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Won't drown, won't track me down
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Don't burn it, the color burst
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
It's only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
You're only human, ooh
You're only human, oh no
You're only human
In Cheryl's song "Only Human," she describes the struggles of life and how they affect us as human beings. The first verse speaks of the difficulty of trying to find hope in a world full of darkness, but with the help of someone who cares, we can find the strength to overcome. Cheryl uses the metaphor of the universe to describe the interconnectedness of everything, including our emotions, and how they can affect us physically. She stresses the importance of love and acceptance, even amidst the confusion and chaos we may feel.
In the second verse, Cheryl encourages us to look beyond ourselves and our own problems, to see the beauty in the world around us. She recommends trying new things and taking risks, even if it makes us uncomfortable, to find joy and satisfaction in life. She reminds us that we are all flawed and imperfect, but that is what makes us human, and that is something to be celebrated rather than ashamed of.
Overall, "Only Human" is a song about acceptance, resilience, and the power of love to help us overcome even the darkest moments in life.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been holding out for some silver in the clouds
I have been waiting for a sign that things will get better because it often feels like there is no hope.
It just gets dark, it just gets hard to see
Life can be difficult to navigate and it can be hard to keep a positive outlook when things are not going well.
Well you told me go for broke
You encouraged me to take a chance and risk everything to pursue my dreams.
You go first, I'll hold the rope
You will take the lead and I will support you through your journey.
And make your way down to solid ground with me
Together we will overcome challenges and find stability in our lives.
You are the universe
You are vast and complex, with many different elements that make up your personality and experiences.
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
You have a deep understanding of yourself and the world around you, and sometimes that can be painful.
Only energy
Everything is made up of physical and emotional energy that can influence our thoughts and actions.
Stressing over what we're worth
It's easy to fall into the trap of comparing yourself to others and questioning your own value.
It's only love
The most important thing in life is to love and be loved.
It's only dust
We are all made up of the same basic chemical elements, no matter who we are or where we come from.
Making up the two of us
Together, we are more than the sum of our individual parts.
And we all fall down
Life is full of ups and downs, and we all face our own struggles and challenges.
You're only human
We are all flawed and imperfect, but that is what makes us unique and human.
When your words stuck in your throat
Sometimes it can be difficult to find the right words to express yourself.
Find a love through a telescope
Look at the world and others from a different perspective to find the love you may be seeking.
Yeah the view below
Looking at life from afar can offer clarity and give you a fresh perspective.
It gives me vertigo
The world can be dizzying and disorienting, but it's important to maintain perspective.
So just keep your fingers crossed
Hope for the best, but also be prepared for unexpected outcomes.
Sign your love, can't sing your lost
Show your love through your actions and intentions, not just your words. Don't get lost in negative thoughts and emotions.
Until you love so loud, if you listen you,
Love boldly and passionately, to the point where it can be heard and felt by those around you.
You hear it shout
Love is powerful and can have a strong voice that resonates with others.
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
Sometimes it's important to step outside of our comfort zones and try new things.
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
When we make mistakes, it's essential to forgive ourselves and move on from our past regrets.
Break it down, spit it out
Take apart your problems and figure out how to solve them.
Won't drown, won't track me down
Don't let your problems defeat you or take control of your life.
Don't burn it, the color burst
Even during difficult times, there are still bright moments of beauty and joy to be found.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CASS LOWE, JO PERRY, MATT SHWARTZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Alex Phan
I've been holding out for some silver in the clouds
It just gets dark, it just gets hard to see
Well you told me go for broke
You go first, I'll hold the rope
And make your way down to solid ground with me
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
Only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
When your words stuck in your throat
Find a love through a telescope
Yeah the view below
It gives me vertigo
So just keep your fingers crossed
Sign your love, can't sing your lost
Until you love so loud, if you listen you,
You hear it shout
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
It's only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Won't drown, won't track me down
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Don't burn it, the color burst
You are the universe
You see it 'til you feel it hurt
It's only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's only love
It's only dust
Making up the two of us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
You're only human, ooh
You're only human, oh no
You're only human
LyricsOnComments
I've been holding out for some silver in the clouds
It just gets dark, it just gets hard to see
Well you told me go for broke
You go first, I'll hold the rope
And make your way down to solid ground with me
You are the universe
You see it till you feel it hurt
Only energy
Stressing over what we're worth
It's finally done
Finally dust
Make it up to the two us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
When your world stuck in your throat
Find a love through a telescope
You have a view below
It gives me vertigo
So just keep your fingers crossed
Sign your love, can't sing you're lost
Until you love so loud, if you listen you,
You hear it shout
You are the universe
You see it till you feel it hurt
Only energy
Stressing over walk the with worth
It's finally done
Finally dust
Make it up to the two us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Won't drown, won't track me down
I get out of the boxes I'm living in
I get out of this sin that I'm swimming in
Break it down, spit it out
Don't burn it, the colour burst
You are the universe
You see it till you feel it hurt
Only energy
Stressing over walk the with worth
It's finally done
Finally dust
Make it up to the two us
And we all fall down
You're only human
You're only human
Bobby W
Cheryl has said several times in interviews that she's not the best singer, she knows that, but she CAN sing, and she's one hell of a performer, she's EARNED her place in the music industry, not many artists last 13 year and still own the charts!
Sophierogan _randomstuffilike
Cheryl is the best singer to me
gledisa
ree dolly I’ve always said it and I’m saying it again they enjoy her music but don’t want to admit it. They are soo jealous of her.
Shane Swift
Proberbly on the intrviews you habe missed when you have been a sleep
Shane Swift
Just like you then
L JE
+damjam borree wow I REALLY WANT TO HEAR UR FUCKIN VOICE
RyanS
She might not have the most powerful or technical voice but this is still beautiful because of the emotion she conveys and her tone. She doesn't try to be an amazing singer; she's an amazing performer.
wasallthehypein2006
Very well said.💜💜
Mimi
Cheryl's raw imperfect voice is what makes her perfect- you feel the emotion coming from the heart. She is beautiful inside and out.
Giselle Deu
This is my favourite of all the bunch. Cheryl CAN sing, some people may think that she does not have the strongest voice but she can deliver and has a sweet voice. For me, she has the whole package